Cerro Gordo County ISU Extension

Own or rent farmland? Don't miss this valuable workshop!

Join us on Tuesday, August 11, at 1:30 p.m. at the 4-H Learning Center on the North Iowa Fairgrounds in Mason City for the Farmland Leasing Arrangements program.

Topics include:
✅ Current market outlook, cash rental rates, and farmland value survey trends
✅ Legal aspects of farmland leases and how they affect farm estate and succession planning
✅ Methods for determining fair rental rates
✅ Tips for improving communication between landowners and tenants
✅ And much more!

💲 Registration is $25 per person, but thanks to the generous sponsorship of Farmers State Bank, the registration fee is covered.

📞 To register or learn more, contact the Cerro Gordo County Extension Office at 641-423-0844.

Build stronger lease agreements and stronger relationships—we hope to see you there! 🌱

Iowa Drainage School is coming to Northwest Iowa!

This August, drainage contractors, engineers and consultants, NRCS professionals, watershed coordinators, county administrators, and anyone interested in subsurface drainage design and maintenance can participate in the three-day program to learn about the design, installation, and maintenance of drainage systems.

Registration deadline is August 17. Learn more 👉 https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/iowa-drainage-school-comes-northwest-iowa-august

It's Rising Star Intern Adriane Hurlburt back with the final intern update of the summer! Megan and I have had a busy but exciting couple of weeks helping at the North Iowa Fair and presenting to the Mason City Council alongside our Poultry Ambassador, Aubrey Otto. During the presentation, we shared information about poultry education, the Poultry Ambassador Program, and the resources available through Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
Looking back on this summer, I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to work with local youth, promote poultry education, and help launch the Poultry Ambassador Program. It has been rewarding to see the program take shape, and I look forward to watching it continue to grow after my internship ends.
One of my favorite accomplishments this summer was creating a Backyard Chickens resource page for the Cerro Gordo County Extension and Outreach website, where I helped develop A Beginner's Guide to Backyard Poultry to help community members get started with raising poultry responsibly.
Thank you to everyone at ISU Extension and Outreach and the community members who made this summer such a memorable and rewarding experience. It has been an incredible opportunity to learn, grow, and serve Cerro Gordo County!
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🚚 Tasty Thursdays is back with an exciting August lineup!

Mark your calendars and join us every Thursday from 11:00 AM–2:00 PM at the Cerro Gordo County ISU Extension and Outreach Office for delicious local food truck favorites!

📅 August Schedule:
❌ Aug. 6 – JANEY'S HEART ATTACK SHACK CANCELLED
🍔 Aug. 13 – Monster Eats food truck
🍕🍪 Aug. 20 – Titanium Lunchbox 1 & The Cookie Dough'tique
🌮 Aug. 27 – Smokin' Mana's

Bring your coworkers, family, and friends, grab lunch, and support local food vendors. We can't wait to see you! 🌮🍔🍕🍪

It's Megan with a Rising Star update!

This week, we had our final JAMS 4-H meeting and celebrated all of the hard work we put into this summer with ice cream!

I can't believe the summer is already coming to an end! Looking back, we packed a lot into the last couple of months and got to do so many fun things, like making charcuterie boards, tie blankets, and digging for fossils, all while learning more about agriculture and food science.

Watching our members try new things, build new friendships, and grow their confidence with each meeting has been so fun, and it's been rewarding to see all of the lessons learned. I'm grateful for the time I got to spend here and excited for the future of JAMS 4-H!

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Keep up with the North Iowa Fair this week! There will be tons of fun entertainment and shows available for all!

🌾 Own or rent farmland? Don't miss this valuable workshop!

Join us on Tuesday, August 11, at 1:30 p.m. at the 4-H Learning Center on the North Iowa Fairgrounds in Mason City for the Farmland Leasing Arrangements program.

Topics include:
✅ Current market outlook, cash rental rates, and farmland value survey trends
✅ Legal aspects of farmland leases and how they affect farm estate and succession planning
✅ Methods for determining fair rental rates
✅ Tips for improving communication between landowners and tenants
✅ And much more!

💲 Registration is $25 per person, but thanks to the generous sponsorship of Farmers State Bank, the registration fee is covered.

📞 To register or learn more, contact the Cerro Gordo County Extension Office at 641-423-0844.

Build stronger lease agreements and stronger relationships—we hope to see you there! 🌱

🌽 The latest NC Iowa Agronomy Connection Newsletter is here! 🌱

Stay up to date with timely agronomy insights, crop management recommendations, pest and disease updates, weather impacts, and upcoming educational opportunities from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.

Whether you're checking fields, planning your next management decision, or looking ahead to harvest, this newsletter is packed with valuable information for Iowa producers and ag professionals.

📖 Read the latest issue here: https://mailchi.mp/mail.iastate.edu/nc-iowa-agronomy-connection-newsletter-vol-13-issue-12755863](https://mailchi.mp/mail.iastate.edu/nc-iowa-agronomy-connection-newsletter-vol-13-issue-12755863)

🌱 Make smarter nutrient management decisions this growing season!

Join us on Monday, August 25, from 9:00–11:30 AM at the Cerro Gordo County Extension Office for the Fertilizer & Finance Workshop: Making Profitable Nutrient Management Decisions.

💲 Cost: $60 per person (pre-registration required)

📞 Call our office to register: 641-423-0844

Whether you're looking to maximize fertilizer efficiency, improve profitability, or stay informed on nutrient management, this workshop offers valuable insights you can put to work on your operation.

We look forward to seeing you! 🌽